1870-CC $5 VF25 NGC. The 1870-CC half eagle is overshadowed
by the much-promoted 1870-CC double eagle and eagle, but the half
eagle is also a formidable rarity. Only 7,675 pieces were struck,
the third lowest Carson City issue of the series. The 1870-CC is
rarer than either of the lower mintage issues, the 1873-CC and the
1876-CC. This golden-tan piece has ample wing definition and some
lilac patina on the shield. The obverse rim has a minor ding at 12
o'clock.(Registry
values: P3) (NGC ID# 25WA, PCGS# 8320)